Jobs in Lansing, MI

About the role

We are seeking a highly experienced, results-driven Senior Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives within our aftermarket automotive business. This individual will provide strategic leadership across the full project lifecycle—from concept through commercialization—ensuring projects align with business objectives, drive organizational value, and achieve successful outcomes. The Senior Project Manager will influence stakeholders at all levels, proactively manage risks and dependencies, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver critical initiatives on time, within scope, and within budget. The ideal candidate brings advanced expertise in project and portfolio management methodologies, exceptional leadership and communication skills, and extensive knowledge of the aftermarket automotive industry. This role is also expected to mentor project managers, drive continuous improvement of project management practices, and contribute to the organization's long-term strategic growth. We are seeking a highly experienced, results-driven Senior Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives within our aftermarket automotive business. The Senior Project Manager will influence stakeholders at all levels, proactively manage risks and dependencies, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver critical initiatives on time, within scope, and within budget. This role is also expected to mentor project managers, drive continuous improvement of project management practices, and contribute to the organization's long-term strategic growth.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field required
• Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification required.
• Microsoft Project Certification or demonstrated advanced proficiency in project planning, scheduling, resource management, and portfolio reporting required.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible project management experience, including leadership of complex, cross-functional product development, manufacturing, operational, or business transformation initiatives
• Advanced knowledge of product development processes, manufacturing operations, stage-gate methodologies, APQP principles, and aftermarket product lifecycle management.
• Demonstrated success leading multiple large-scale projects and strategic initiatives simultaneously while balancing competing priorities and delivering measurable business results.
• Proven ability to influence and build alignment among executive leadership, cross-functional stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and external partners.
• Strong understanding of project governance, risk management, portfolio prioritization, resource planning, budgeting, and organizational change management practices.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, facilitation, negotiation, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience mentoring, coaching, and developing project managers and cross-functional team members on project management best practices and methodologies.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Planner, Microsoft Teams, and project portfolio management tools.
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., Macola) and Product Information Management (PIM) and cataloging systems (e.g., SEMA Data Co-op).

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